Crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan with Zucchini Ribbons

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INGREDIENTS

4 chicken breasts (sliced in half lengthwise)

3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

4 green zucchini

3/4 cup reduced fat mozzarella cheese

1 cup marinara

2 tablespoons melted butter

1 tablespoon onion powder

1 tablespoon garlic powder

olive oil cooking spray

salt and black pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 450°F. Spray with oil.

Use a vegetable peeler, slice zucchini lengthwise, rotating to achieve thin ribbons.

Add zucchini to a pan on medium heat and stir until soft but not mushy (about 6 mins).

Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.

Combine breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a bowl.

Lightly brush butter onto the chicken. Coat both sides with breadcrumb mixture and place on a baking sheet.

Lightly spray a little more oil on top and bake for 25 minutes.

Remove from oven, spoon 2 - 3 tablespoons of sauce then 2 tablespoons of cheese over each piece of chicken.

Broil 1 minute or until cheese is bubbly and melted.